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Zydrunas Ilgauskas has made a decision to leave LeBron James and his talents in South Beach.  The Big man who spent much of his NBA Career as a Cleveland Cavalier has decided to retire. This will be the first time since joining the NBA LeBron James will be on his own without the Big man known as “Z” by his side. Ilgauskas made his decision in Cleveland today where he spent 12 season with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Many may remember the battles “Z” would have with his foot problems. His career was almost cut short after he had so many surgeries to his feet. 11 years ago was when Ilgauskas first may have considered retirement.  Battling foot problems after foot problems Big “Z” decided to give it another shot. Many Cleveland fans came to love this big likable guy who holds records for playing in so many Cavalier games.   Big “Z” would make it to two finals and a couple of All Star games as a Cleveland Cavalier.  He may have thought going t...
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